5. And he will be the source of peace.When the Assyrians invade our landand break through our defenses,we will appoint seven rulers to watch over us,eight princes to lead us.
6. They will rule Assyria with drawn swordsand enter the gates of the land of Nimrod.He will rescue us from the Assyrianswhen they pour over the borders to invade our land.
7. Then the remnant left in Israelwill take their place among the nations.They will be like dew sent by the lordor like rain falling on the grass,which no one can hold backand no one can restrain.
8. The remnant left in Israelwill take their place among the nations.They will be like a lion among the animals of the forest,like a strong young lion among flocks of sheep and goats,pouncing and tearing as they gowith no rescuer in sight.
9. The people of Israel will stand up to their foes,and all their enemies will be wiped out.
10. “In that day,” says the lord,“I will slaughter your horsesand destroy your chariots.
11. I will tear down your wallsand demolish your defenses.